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718 Grants for Preservation

Discover grants for historical preservation and cultural heritage conservation. Funding supports the restoration, maintenance, and protection of historic buildings, landmarks, monuments, preservation of artefacts and archives, as well as projects that promote historical awareness and history-focused educational programs.

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718 grants found

Grants to California Nonprofits and Individuals for Projects that Preserve Trout Habitats

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and individuals for conservation projects in eligible locations. Applicants must complete a registration process before applying. Funding is intended to support the restoration of rainbow trout in the region, promote fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 143172

Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies and Nonprofits for Environmental Conservation Projects

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and qualifying educational entities for environmental conservation projects in eligible regions. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 147517

Grants to Nebraska Agencies and Tribes to Enhance Outdoor Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to Nebraska local villages, cities, tribes, public power districts, and natural resource districts to acquire, develop, and renovate outdoor public recreation facilities. Applicants are required to hold a public meeting prior to submitting an application. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 175537

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies in Multiple States to Develop Plans that Add...

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA and territories government agencies and organizations in multiple states to develop plans to address drought. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Applicants must be located in one of the follo...

GrantWatch ID#: 182580

Grants to New York Land Trusts for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to New York land trusts for preservation activities. The purpose of funding is to acquire conservation easements to protect against climate change. Eligible uses of funds include surveys, appraisals, environmental assessments, management plans, and easement...

GrantWatch ID#: 202298

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies to Preserve the State's Culture and History

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, local and state units of government, educational institutions, and tribes to preserve the culture and history of the state. Funding is intended to support history-related projects and programs, as well ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178125

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs and Initiatives to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Areas of focus include conservation and environment, community improvement, youth development, health, mental health, education, special populations, and social ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 147455

Grants to New York Arts and Culture Nonprofits and Agencies for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New York arts and culture organizations, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities for community preservation projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application before being invited to submit a full proposal. Funding is intended for do...

GrantWatch ID#: 229126

Grants to New Jersey Municipalities for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/12/26 LOI Date: 07/13/26

Grants of $5,000 to New Jersey municipalities for environmental preservation projects and disaster preparedness efforts in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a preliminary application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to promote enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 195877

Grants to Washington Libraries for Digitization Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Washington libraries for digitization projects. Funding is intended to support a range of activities related to digitizing, creating, preserving, describing, and disseminating digital archival or special collections of historical and cul...

GrantWatch ID#: 183287

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies for Community and Urban Forestry Projects

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and governmental and quasi-governmental agencies for community and urban forestry projects. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal, and some applicants must prequalify prior to submitting...

GrantWatch ID#: 129122

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local governments, First Nations governments, and school boards for cultural initiatives and preservation projects. Funding is intended for a range of cultural preservation activities, including conservation, res...

GrantWatch ID#: 225071

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, and Conservation Districts for Projects to Improve Wa...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to New York municipalities, tribal nations, conservation districts, and nonprofit organizations for projects to enhance water quality. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal and certain applicants must prequalify prior to applying. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181313

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Nonprofits for Operations and Community Benef...

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents and communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and general operating support within the focus areas of community services, health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177905

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Tribes for Public Lands Stewardship and Community Engagement

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and tribes for projects and initiatives that support community involvement and care of public forests and grasslands. Funding is intended to support projects focusing on stewardship activities, community engagement, exp...

GrantWatch ID#: 177799

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Conservation and Agriculture Projects

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and tribes for projects related to conservation and regenerative agriculture in eligible regions. Grant funds will be used to hire or support on-the-ground conservation professio...

GrantWatch ID#: 194705

Grants to Maine Organizations and State Agencies for Environmental and Wildlife Conservation

Deadline: 08/20/26 LOI Date: 07/15/26

Grants to Maine non-governmental organizations and state agencies to promote the conservation of open spaces and wildlife. Applicants must contact the sponsoring agency and submit an application summary prior to applying. Funding is intended for wildlife and habit...

GrantWatch ID#: 174451

Grants to USA Conservation Groups, Tribes, Agencies, Nonprofits, and Individuals for Land Cons...

Deadline: 09/04/26 LOI Date: 07/02/26

Grants to USA conservation groups, tribes, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals for land conservation projects near military installations. Applicants must submit a pre-proposal and complete required registrations prior to applying. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 192773

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit the community in eligible regions. Applicants are required to attend or view a recording of the webinar prior to applying. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206512

Grants to Minnesota Entities for Projects to Protect Coastal Resources

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, tribes, and IHEs for projects to protect coastal resources in eligible locations. The project’s principal activities must occur either in the Minnesota waters of...

GrantWatch ID#: 155074

Cooperative Agreements and Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes for Water Conservati...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Cooperative agreements and grants to USA agencies, nonprofit organizations, utility providers, and tribes in multiple states and territories for water conservation projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. All...

GrantWatch ID#: 199061

Grants to Georgia Historic Theatres for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 07/31/26 LOI Date: 07/17/26

Grants to Georgia historic theatres for preservation activities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to provide technical assistance, or support planning and studies, urgent needs, and general prese...

GrantWatch ID#: 229098

Grants to New Jersey Municipalities for Land Development Projects

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to New Jersey municipalities in eligible locations for land development projects. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve public park areas, preserve historic resources, and provide access to local r...

GrantWatch ID#: 146436

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Promote Local Arts and Culture

Deadline: 07/13/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit cultural and community-based organizations to support arts and cultural activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enable youth and children to access cultural opportunities, preserve cultural traditions and heritage throu...

GrantWatch ID#: 175387

Grants to USA Agencies, Organizations, and Individuals for Farming Conservation Initiatives

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, tribes, organizations, and individuals to promote the adoption and development of innovative approaches to conservation in agriculture. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 129980

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Projects that Enhance Public Lands and Recreational Areas

Deadline: 09/25/26 LOI Date: 06/30/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for activities that enhance public lands and recreational areas throughout the state. Some applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry, and first-time applicants should contact staff prior to applying. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164065

Grants to Virginia Agencies, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Historical Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Virginia government agencies, Tribal entities, and nonprofit organizations for historical preservation projects. Funding is intended to mitigate adverse impacts to historic properties, their setting, and context. Projects may be acquisitions in fee simpl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230086
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Communities

Deadline: 06/23/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of arts and culture, youth development, basic needs, and the environment. The Fund considers gene...

GrantWatch ID#: 154299
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Rural Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 06/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, and Tribes to support the rehabilitation of historic properties in rural communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 185115

Grants to Maryland Humanities Nonprofits for General Operating Support

Deadline: 09/13/26

Grants of $5,000 to Maryland humanities nonprofit organizations for general operating support. Priority will be given to organizations that serve historically underserved communities. Organizations may use the funds to cover any form of general operating expense. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204631

Grant to a Georgia Nonprofit for Projects That Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/06/26 LOI Date: 06/24/26

Grant to a Georgia nonprofit organization for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of family, health and wellness, educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 207842

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26 LOI Date: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and local government agencies for projects related to historic preservation. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for a broad range of planning, educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 208925

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Historic Conservation Projects

Deadline: 07/10/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, agencies, institutions of higher education, and school districts for a range of historic preservation projects. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 170470

Grants to Florida Entities for Historic and Archaeological Conservation Projects

Deadline: 07/10/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and institutions of higher education to conserve the state's historical and archaeological resources. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 171411

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Land Preservation Activities

Deadline: 08/21/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for land preservation and acquisition activities. Funding is intended for projects and programs that align with one of the following areas of focus: natural area protection, fores...

GrantWatch ID#: 174790

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 05/15/27 Conference Date: 06/24/26 LOI Date: 10/02/26

Grants to Georgia government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and recreation authorities for environmental preservation projects. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to protect lands that are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190202

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Individuals for Professional Development in the Heritage F...

Deadline: 10/30/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Washington nonprofit heritage and historical organizations and individuals in eligible regions to offset costs of professional development activities in the heritage sector. Applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 200520

Grants to Florida Entities for Cemetery Preservation Activities

Deadline: 07/10/26 Conference Date: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Florida academic and research institutions, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies to protect historic cemeteries. Funding is intended to preserve abandoned African-American cemeteries. Grants are available for projects that pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 214279

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26 Conference Date: 06/25/26

Grants to New York government agencies and nonprofit organizations for capital projects related to parks, sites of historical significance, and designated heritage areas. Nonprofit applicants must complete pre-qualification requirements prior to applying. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 171882

Grants to New York Agencies, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Canal-Related Capital Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26 Conference Date: 06/25/26

Grants to New York government agencies, tribes, and nonprofit corporations for canal-related capital projects in eligible locations. Eligible projects include but are not limited to construction, renovations, preservation, site improvements, equipment, rehabilitat...

GrantWatch ID#: 203221

Grants to Arizona Commercial Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: 08/09/26 Conference Date: 06/25/26

Grants to Arizona commercial property owners in eligible locations for facade improvements. Funding is intended for storefront improvements and/or historic preservation projects that will attract customers and enhance the streetscape in the area. All proposed proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 229837
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Some applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts, existing programs, and new initiatives. Special consideration i...

GrantWatch ID#: 144048
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Regions for Preservation and Recrea...

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and municipalities in eligible locations to support a range of preservation and recreation projects. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to provide ordinance and planning assistance an...

GrantWatch ID#: 144607

Grants to Indiana Agencies for Neighborhood Improvement Planning Projects

Deadline: 07/12/26 LOI Date: 06/26/26

Grants to Indiana local government agencies for neighborhood improvement planning projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff, submit income surveys, and hold a public hearing before applyin...

GrantWatch ID#: 169249

Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for the Conservation of Wildlife and Ha...

Deadline: 07/27/26 LOI Date: 06/26/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for projects and initiatives that promote the conservation of wildlife and habitats in eligible locations. Some applicants must submit a draft proposal prior to applying. Eligible propo...

GrantWatch ID#: 177533
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Grants to Maine Agencies, Tribes, and School Districts for Outdoor Recreational Facilities Dev...

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Maine government agencies, tribes, and school districts to acquire or develop public outdoor recreational facilities. Applicants must request a site visit prior to applying to ensure eligibility. Funding is intended to foster and maintain a legacy of hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 181471
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Event Planners, and Community Groups for Initiatives That Promote ...

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, event planners, and community groups for initiatives and programs that promote tourism and attract visitors to eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that promote the arts, museum and historical restoration,...

GrantWatch ID#: 226575

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/10/26 Conference Date: 06/26/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, and faith-based entities for projects that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of conservation and animals, arts and culture, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 158996
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 06/29/26

Grants of up to $20,000 and Grants of up to $40,000 to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects and programs that benefit the local community. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of human services, the environment, t...

GrantWatch ID#: 180757
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Grants to USA Agencies and Tribes in Multiple States to Preserve Fish Populations

Deadline: 06/29/26

Grants to Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, and California state agencies and tribes for projects to address the preservation of fish populations. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 194421